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LD62 DFG

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

131,748 mi
Last recorded131,748 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD62 DFG
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 6 Oct 2025 131,748 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 118,991 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2023 107,339 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 98,541 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 90,852 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 81,706 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 73,412 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 64,633 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 52,007 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 39,426 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 29,126 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

under trays fitted

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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LD62 DFG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 67,597 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LD62 DFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 1 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LD62 DFG registered?

LD62 DFG is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 19 September 2012.

Is LD62 DFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD62 DFG shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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